Looking for radio
 

Looking for another radio to replace my VHF in case I need one or to listen to the weather and seen this one today. Thought it was interesting that it had GPS location also.
Also has a $20 rebate for purchase this year.
Haven't decided yet but the antenna connection looks different than the old type VHF and may require a different antenna also.
Oh and it's digital (if that means something nowadays).

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VHF255sw

VHF Radios
The VHF255sw fixed-mount marine radio features a rugged, submersible design with 25/1 Watt power output, all USA/INTL channels and advanced Digital Selective Calling (DSC) technology. Color: white.
MSRP $149.99

• Overview
• Features
• Specs
• Support

Display

• 2.50" diagonal
• Backlit LCD

Channels:

• All U.S., International & Canada Channels

Weather Channels

• 10 Channels w/NOAA Weather Alert

Digital Selective Calling

• Class D (EN301025)

Submersion Standard

• JIS-7, 1 meter 30 minutes

Size

• 6.375" W x 2.75" H x 5.25" D

Highlights

• Submersible design for the maximum durability
• 2.5-Inch Diagonal Backlit LCD screen
• Monitors all U.S., International and Canadian channels
• Full 25 watt or 1 watt transmit power
• 3-Year limited warranty
• Display Size:2.50" diagonalDisplay Type:Backlit LCDChannels:All U.S., International & Canada ChannelsWeather Channels:10 Channels w/NOAA Weather AlertPower Output:1w or 25w (user selectable)Frequency Range (Transmit):156.025 - 157.425 mHzFrequency Range (Receive):156.050 - 163.275 mHzDigital Selectivity Calling (DSC):Class D (EN301025)Submersion Standard:JIS-7, 1 meter 30 minutesSize:6.375" W x 2.75" H x 5.25" D

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iCOM

to furthur echo the previous, ICOM!!!!
and just about everything now is DSC capable, problem is the dsc system still isn't up and operating to its full operational capability

I plan on purchasing an ICOM as well. I researched a bunch of different brands and they seem to be ruggedly built and have easy to use-nofrills features.

what about antenna's? anyone use gamm digital?

I need a new att also!! I can't believe how much money they have become!

Humming Bird?????

I did not know Hummer made VHF's

I've been using Icom & Uniden radios for years with no problems w/ either brand. My V has had a Uniden mounted exposed for 3 or 4 years now and it still works. I use the Galaxy 5225 XT antenna on all the boats here that I help with.

Walked by it again today and actually looked at it this time, this Humminbird VHF has the same antenna connection as any other VHF radio.
It appears there is an optional GPS antenna connection in order for the GPS portion to work.

i got something from west marine in the mail about a sale this week. i can't find the flyer,but it was something about buy a radio & get an antennae for $1. don't know if it was a particular brand or details, maybe good deal, maybe not.